Overview: The following activity uses compound words that relate to wintertime. Simply print the winter compound word list on heavy paper, cut out each mitten, and laminate. Students can then manipulate the cards to form winter compound words or take turns using them as part of a matching game. A recording sheet is also included for students to write down the wintertime compound words that they create.

Recommended Grade Level(s): Kindergarten, First, Second

Objective(s): Students will be able to...

  1. Match words to form compound words.
  2. Write compound words related to wintertime.

Materials:

Winter Compound Word Match

Winter Compound Word Recording Sheet